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Aroctan Tablets 480mg (R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Methamine Salt)

Aroctan Tablets 480mg (R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Methamine Salt)

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Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Chorus Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light green rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708233 · Approved 2017.12.05 · Insurance code 647204760

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Chorus Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
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This medication is used to relieve the symptoms of diabetic polyneuropathy, which is caused by damage to multiple nerves due to diabetes.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medicine contains R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Methamine Salt, and people allergic to this ingredient or similar substances should not take it. While taking this medicine, side effects such as sensory disturbances, pain, headache, constipation, and dry mouth may occur, so caution is advised. Rarely, serious side effects such as kidney stones or facial swelling may occur; therefore, if unusual symptoms appear, consult a physician immediately. For individuals who frequently consume alcohol, the effectiveness of this medicine may be reduced, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol as much as possible. This medicine may lose its effectiveness if taken with preparations containing iron or magnesium, or with milk; thus, it is recommended to avoid taking them together. Diabetic patients taking this medicine along with insulin or other diabetes medications are advised to frequently check their blood sugar levels, as there is a risk of hypoglycemia, and adjust the medication dosage if necessary. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a physician before using this medicine to carefully evaluate the benefits and risks. It is safer for children under 18 years of age not to take this medicine. In case of overdose, severe poisoning symptoms may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medicine should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees and should be kept out of reach of children. It is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory loss
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
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  • diarrhea
  • burning sensation
  • nephrolithiasis
  • dry mouth
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • decreased appetite
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • upper limb fracture
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • disease progression
  • soft tissue infection
  • cold
  • body aches
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disk
  • thyroiditis
  • elevated LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood sugar
  • shingles
  • dysuria
  • worsening of kidney function
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • vitreous floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal disease
  • colon polyp
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • cavities
  • periodontitis
  • anal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • generalized weakness
  • back pain
  • sleep disorders
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • changes in nails
  • vesicles
  • dermatitis
  • unspecified peripheral vascular disease
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disease
  • bronchitis
  • throat infection
  • sinusitis
  • congestion
  • upper respiratory infection
  • allergic atopic rhinitis
  • dyspnea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • skin rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • dizziness
  • sweating
  • taste disturbance
  • epigastric pain
  • dyspepsia
  • pruritus
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to prolong the effectiveness of the medicine.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light green rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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